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Each child follows a unique learning path. At Wilson-Kindelan we empower every child to discover their best self through our individualized approach to education.
Every learning modality is honored and utilized; every joy embraced. Our individualized approach follows the Wilson-Kindelan Method (WKM), based on Howard Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences.
Our method brings this theory to life by nurturing a child's multiple intelligences: Cognitive, Emotional, Interpersonal, Physiological, Aesthetic & Spiritual. Our school culture celebrates diversity recognizing that this leads to greater tolerance and a more engaged citizens.
We are a Tuition Free school for all families that qualify under Federal guidelines. We are dedicated to providing generous scholarships to all families.
Club or Organization: Chess, Gardening, Meditation Club, Spanish
Arts and Music Programs: Suzuki Piano
Recreational Athletic Programs: Yoga
School Notes
The Wilson-Kindelan School is dedicated to utilizing the Best
Practices in education to engages ALL students as their "best
selves". We take pride in our students as lively, engaged,
and thoughtful members of the community.
Our academics are based on extensive research and developed to
foster deep educational curiosity.
Academics at Wilson-Kindelan include the core areas of reading,
language arts, mathematics, science, history &social
science, as well as health, physical education, music and visual
arts. The WKS Method provides an individualized approach which
connects subject areas through multi-disciplinary units to enhance
learning and deepen higher order thinking skills.
Yoga & Mindfulness
We start every day with a Yoga and meditation practice to
center and focus our students and become engaged in the activites
of the day. This inovative approach has been shown to enhance
thoughfulness and kindness in the classroom as well as allow
creativity to flourish.
Music
El Sistema &Suzuki
Students participate in El Sistema and vocal music instruction
utilizing the Suzuki Method.El Sistema is a set of inspiring
ideals that inform and an intensive youth music program seeking to
effect social change through the ambitious pursuit of musical
excellence. El Sistema @Wilson-Kindelan is the first
such program south of Boston.The Suzuki Method includes heavy
parental involvement, small ensemble work, and early introduction
to the instrument (voice or violin).
Science/STEM
Engineering is Elementary
Engineering is Elementary is a project-based,
collaborative way of introducing scientific method, design,
building and evaluation into elementary classrooms. The units
explore,design and build dynamic real-time structures and
processes within the sciences to expand the understanding of basic
scientific principles.
Reading & Language Arts
Open CourtReading
Open Court is a comprehensive reading, writing and language
arts curriculum that is systematic,research-based and
provides resources to support best teaching practices through a
multi modal approach. Open Court has 50 years of experience and
research behind it.
Mathematics
Everyday Mathematics
Everyday Mathematicsis a field-tested and research-based
math program that emphasizes use of concrete examples,
spiraling concepts, frequent practice and multiple methods of
problem-solving. Everyday Mathematics is an extremely effective
curriculum that engages and builds confident math
learners.
Spanish
The Wilson-Kindelan School is proud to offer Spanish as a
Second Language to our students. This program follows a natural
progression of listening, speaking, reading and writing within a
contextual basis. Our classes are taught by a native speaker.
History &Social Science
History &Social Science at the Wilson-Kindelan
School is interdisciplinary;history, geography,
economics and civics are taught in an integrated, holistic
way.Children learn through a multi-modal approach that makes
exploration of communities, world events and cultural connections
interesting and engaging.
Health & Physical Education
The Wilson-Kindelan School uses a three-pronged approach to
Health and well-being: Learning about your body, Using your body,
and Protecting your body (LUP). Learning about your body is basic
anatomy and physiology, healthy habits, and safety. Using your body
includes physical activity and mindfulness. Protecting your
body is a unique addition that we offer. Since we know how
difficult it can be to get our children to all of their doctor's
appointments, we provide twice yearly dental, medical, auditory and
optical screenings for all students at no additional cost.
Visual Arts
Visual Arts at the Wilson-Kindelan School follow the
Massachusetts State Framework.The five areas of understanding
are Methods, Design, Expression, Exhibiting and Critical Response.
By exploring, producing, demonstrating and responding to visual
art, a child opens pathways to contextualizing the world and the
richness of the visual arts in it.
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